Skip bins are those big containers you see for dumping stuff, but they’re not meant for everything. Different types of skip bins are for different things, like sorting out what goes in a skip bin and what doesn’t.
If you’re using a skip bin at home, it’s usually for tossing out regular household stuff like:
- Glass
- Ceramics
- Old appliances
- Wood
- Metal
- Cabinets
- Mirrors
- Kitchen Gadgets
You can also chuck in green waste from your garden, but if you’re only getting rid of garden stuff, you might find a cheaper deal with a specialised green waste bin. Got any old gadgets lying around?
E-waste, like old phones or broken electronics, can go in a skip bin too. For businesses, there are bigger skip bins to handle commercial waste, like:
- Paper
- Cardboard
- Office furniture
And if you’ve got really heavy stuff like concrete, bricks, or soil, there are even bigger skip bins for industrial use. But hold up!
Some things can’t go in any skip bin. That includes:
- Liquids
- Food scraps
- Chemicals
- Hazardous materials
- Asbestos
- Oil
- Paint
Asbestos, by the way, has been banned in Australia since 2003 because it’s dangerous. If you don’t toss these things properly, they can mess up the environment and even hurt people.
Always check with your local authorities on how to safely get rid of stuff like this. Oh, and don’t try to stuff too much into your skip bin.
If it’s overflowing, it’s harder for the bin folks to empty it, and you might end up with waste spilling out everywhere, causing a mess. Before you order a skip bin, chat with the folks renting it out.
They’ll help you figure out the right size and type you need for your trash. And if you’re not sure about something, just ask!
The folks at Top Skips can give you the lowdown on what’s okay and what’s not. By following these tips, you’ll be doing your part to keep things clean and safe when getting rid of your junk.
